[whitewingguy]

I am attempting for the first time to remove the rear tire. I have heard different ways, some saying the trunk and both saddle bags need removal, some say only the left saddle bag needs removal. anyone have some ideas where I can find the simplest way, I have the bike on a lift and the lift has a removable back tire floor and I have a jack that goes on the lift to lift the bike up on the lift.
Please help

 

[whitewingguy]

Thanks, that is what I have found. I did remove both saddlebags and the brakes, the final drive, and it all looks so easy now, Intimidation was the name of the game at the start.
Thanks for your support and everyone else on the forum

 

[whitewingguy]

Is there a tutorial on the up and over method? Pictures and explanations ?
Sounds like a good thing to know for the road breakdown.
Also the welded washer. you removed it and never re welded I assume. Yes?
Thanks

 

[whitewingguy]

Wow, that was just fabulous, thank you.